Aboriginal Resource Worker

Full Time - 12 month contract – 37.5 hours per week

West Leederville and outreach

At Relationships Australia WA, we’ve been proudly supporting West Australians for over 70 years. Our mission is to provide relationship support services for individuals, couples, families, and communities. We believe that everyone has the right to belong, and we work tirelessly to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

About the role

We are seeking an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander woman to undertake the role of Aboriginal Resource Worker for our Djinda Service based in West Leederville. This is a support, advocacy and referral service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children affected by or at risk of family and domestic violence or sexual assault.

Key Responsibilities

Provide support, advocacy, and referral services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children affected by family and domestic violence or sexual assault.

Assist in the development of community outreach programs and initiatives.

Work closely with service providers to ensure appropriate resources and services are accessible to clients.

Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families through case management services.

Empower and advocate for the rights of clients in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner.

Demonstrated experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families affected by domestic violence.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Reliable, proactive, and able to work autonomously and as part of a team.

A strong commitment to the well-being and safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children.

Essential Criteria

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander woman (as per genuine occupational requirement under Section 27 of the WA Equal Opportunity Act 1984).

Desirable Criteria

· Case Management Experience

· Certificate IV Community Services or Similar, or Above.

Why Join Us:

Excellent career opportunity with a high-quality service provider

Competitive salary

Non-for-profit organisation salary packaging – up to $18,550

Additional leave at year-end

Staff Reward program to provide savings on your everyday expenses

We are a values-driven organisation that aims for Authenticity, Inclusion, Compassion and Excellence.

Application instructions:

Applications must include a cover letter outlining suitability for the role and a current resume citing professional referees and to be submitted via SEEK.

Applications close at 5 pm, Monday 28 July 2025

Relationships Australia WA is committed to being a 'Child-Safe' organisation and expects all staff agree to our Children and Young People Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Code of Conduct. Appropriate rigorous reference and background checking will be undertaken, including a Working with Children Check (where applicable), police record and identity check. We are committed to the safety and empowerment of all children, including those with a disability and from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.